Parker played for the Hornets in 2018-19, his final NBA season
Who would have ever thought that a former Charlotte Hornet would be a key figure in an Olympic opening ceremony? Sure, Tony Parker's time with the Hornets was brief, but it's still a remarkable fact. Despite his fleeting season in Charlotte, Parker's legacy and contributions to basketball shine brightly on the global stage.
Parker joined sporting icons Rafael Nadal, Zinedine Zidane and Amelie Mauresmo in helping carry the Olympic Torch on the final leg of it's journey to the "Olympic Cauldron" which is being suspended 30 meters above the ground for the duration of the games. Parker was acknowledged as a pioneer who paved the way for a generation of French players, that includes Hornets rookie Tidjane Salaun.
During his single season with the Hornets, Parker averaged 9.5 points, 3.7 assists, and 1.5 rebounds per game over 56 games. He retired shortly after the season and returned to his home country of France and is an owner of French team ASVEL.Twitter: @British_Buzz Linked In: James Plowright Muck Rack: James Plowright About Me Bylines for: Sports Illustrated, Sky Sports NBA, SB Nation, Queen City Hoops Based in Manchester in the United Kingdom, I have covered the Charlotte Hornets since 2008.
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